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NSW Space Research Part of $6.8 Million Infrastructure Boost
NSW Space Research Part of $6.8 Million Infrastructure Boost

The Acting Chief Scientist & Engineer; Dr Chris Armstrong; has today announced a multi-million dollar funding injection for the state's strategic research infrastructure; including a significant boost for our space research capabilities.

Illawarra Grammar Student First in State to Receive New Young Scientists Grant
Illawarra Grammar Student First in State to Receive New Young Scientists Grant

Illawarra Grammar School student and young inventor; Macinley Butson (17); has been named the first high school student in the State to receive a grant from the NSW Government's new Supporting Young Scientists Program.

New NSW Chief Scientist & Engineer appointed
New NSW Chief Scientist & Engineer appointed

The NSW Government has appointed world-renowned robotics expert Professor Hugh Durrant-Whyte the next NSW Chief Scientist & Engineer.

National call for new technology ideas to support action on NSW water reforms
National call for new technology ideas to support action on NSW water reforms

The NSW Government is inviting industry; researchers and academics to apply for a share of $500;000 in funding for new technology solutions to support best practice management and monitoring of water in NSW.

New funding to boost NSW cyber security
New funding to boost NSW cyber security

The NSW Government has announced a $2 million investment in a new university-led network aimed at bolstering NSW's cyber security research and development capability.

NSW Energy Security Taskforce releases Final Report
NSW Energy Security Taskforce releases Final Report

It's recommended the NSW Government adopt a more proactive approach to managing short- and medium-term risks; including during prolonged periods of extreme heat.